US authorities just purged malware from thousands of devices across the world

The months-long operation was conducted in collaboration with French law enforcement, successfully removing PlugX malware from over 4,200 computers globally, signaling a significant international cybersecurity victory.

The FBI stated that the malware was primarily used for espionage purposes, targeting not only U.S. government agencies and private enterprises but also foreign entities including European shipping companies.

French law enforcement's ability to access and control the command-and-control server proved crucial, enabling them to trigger a native 'self-delete' functionality that effectively eradicated the PlugX malware.

Identification of the malware infrastructure showcased the evolving tactics of Chinese threat actors, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in combating cyber threats linked to espionage.

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